Features the biennial Orgatec, the premier contract furnishings trade fair in Europe. Attendance for the 1996 show; Display center at the Koln Messe in Cologne, Germany; Participating American companies; Trends for 1997; Emphasis on simplicity of operation and ease of use.

Features the World Design, a collection of furniture based on traditional designs. Raw timber converted to finished product using old-world techniques; Styling of the collection by interior designer Robert Marinelli.

Highlights the holding of the first Florida Woodworking & Furniture Supply Show on November 16 to 17, 1994 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Expected attendees; List of exhibitors; Product lines represented; Selection of the venue; Contact information.

Reports that the advisory committee for the world's largest furniture supply show decided to reslot the `Interzum '97' show back into May. Demands of exhibitors and attendees; Overlapping of schedule with the `Ligna Hannover '97' show.